What delayed salaries reveal about Punjab government’s strained finances

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Punjab government delayed March salaries for employees until mid-April, citing year-end procedural issues. Finance Minister Harpal Cheema denied fund shortage, stating Rs 5,000 crore available in treasury. The state spends Rs 30,115 crore annually on salaries, comprising major committed expenditure portion alongside pensions and interest payments.

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